Stunning Hikes in Grand Canyon National Park

Are your feet itching for the most stunning hikes in Grand Canyon National Park? Then you’re in the right place. Stick around and discover the majesty of this natural wonder through its most eye-catching trails.

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As one of the most visited National Parks in the entire country, the Grand Canyon should be on any USA bucket list. Covering nearly 2,000 square miles, the sheer magnitude of the canyon is an immense sight to behold. And as far as epic views go, no place can compare.

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These are my picks for the most stunning hikes you can add to your Grand Canyon National Park itinerary. Hiking down the Grand Canyon, are you ready?

South Rim Trail

Length: 13 Miles (Point-to-point) Time: 8 – 10 Hours Difficulty: Easy It’s a relatively easy hike with a few short inclines, and, at 13 miles, it’s the perfect length to get in as much of the southern rim as possible. Learn more

It consists of mainly asphalt pathways, and thankfully they are quite broad — this is a very popular trail. Once you reach Powell Point, there is a short stretch of dirt trail that ventures very close to the canyon’s edge.

Shoshone Point

Length: 2.1 Miles (Out-and-back) Time: 30 – 60 Minutes Difficulty: Easy A reasonably short trail at only roughly 2.1 miles out and back, this hike is also a bit of a hidden gem. Learn more

The unmarked start of the trailhead is hidden, so any non-attentive eyes may miss it entirely. Just about a mile down Desert View Drive past Yaki Point Road, you’ll find the tiny parking lot that starts the trail.

South Kaibab Trail to Skeleton Point

Length: 6 Miles (Out-and-back) Time: 2 – 4 Hours Difficulty: Intermediate Along the South Kaibab trail from Ooh Aah Point, you will head to another vantage point—Cedar Ridge. Learn more

While this is a good stopping point for entry-level hikers, those willing to push on will arrive at Skeleton Point. With an elevation gain of about 2,000 feet and no water or restrooms at the turnaround point, this one is definitely for more experienced hikers. Learn more